Current R24 User guide

Brand: Current

Model: R24

Type: User guide

Current R24 is a versatile and easy-to-use Bluetooth-controlled aquarium light perfect for marine aquariums. With its customizable lighting schedules, weather effects, and a variety of on-demand modes, you can create a dynamic and natural environment for your aquatic life. The R24's powerful LED lights provide brilliant illumination and vibrant colors, while the built-in temperature sensor ensures optimal conditions for your corals and fish. Get ready to transform your aquarium into a thriving underwater paradise with the Current R24.

Find additional instructions and support at www.current-usa.com

QUICK START

WHAT’S INCLUDED Orbit REEF LED Mini LOOP Bluetooth

Each Orbit REEF LED includes:

Item Description Quantity

A Orbit REEF LED Light Fixture 1

B 12V DC Power Supply, UL® Listed 1

C 2

D Extension Cable

Cable Wraps

Note:

If your Orbit REEF LED is missing

any components, please contact

us directly at www.current-usa.com.

DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER

INSTALLATION

1Remove all items from packaging.

Mount LED light to either:

1. Flex Arm Tank Mount

2. Flex Arm Stand Mount

3. Hanging Kit

4. Swivel Bracket

UNPACK

MOUNT LIGHT*

**This light MUST be used with a mounting option (SOLD SEPARATELY).

Each Mini LOOP BT Controller includes:

F LOOP Mini Controller w/Bluetooth 1

G Temperature Sensor 1

H 1

J Mounting Bracket

3M Adhesive

K Wood Screws 2

1. Locate a mounting position for controller, ensuring it is in a dry place away from dripping water or salt creep.

2. Clean mounting location of any dirt using a damp rag. Ensure all cables, including temperature sensor, reach freely.

3. Attach Controller bracket (J) to cabinet using 2 wood screws or 3M adhesive (H) (included.)

Use the instructions included with each mounting method to install the selected mounting option to your LED light.

MOUNT CONTROLLER

LED Light

Connector

DC12V

TEMP

12V DC

Power

Temperature

Sensor

microUSB

HUB Connections

TOP

BOTTOM

4. Attach controller to cabinet by sliding vertically into mounting bracket.

Slide into Bracket

Manual

Control Key

INST4410 5.13.21

QUICK START

Orbit REEF LED Mini LOOP Bluetooth

INSTALLATION

4CONNECT

AC Power

GFCI Outlet

REEF LED

FLEX ARM

(Sold Seperately)

EXTENSION

CABLE

TEMPERATURE

SENSOR

LOOP MINI

CONTROLLER

FLEX ARM

STAND ADAPTOR

(Sold Seperately)

12V DC

POWER SUPPLY

6. Plug 12V DC power supply into a GFCI outlet, ensuring a drip loop.

7. Connect power supply plug to controller, controller key ring will BLUE

indicating power is now ON.

CONTROLLER OPERATION AND FEATURES

Controller Key Ring displays status of controller. There are status 4 indicators:

BLUE - Indicates normal operation. Press once to activate feed mode.

RED - Voltage issue. Ensure ONLY 12VDC power is connected.

GREEN - LOCK feature, locks the controller settings and prevents other mobile

devices from connecting to controller. Press and hold Key for 6 sec.

to lock settings. Press and hold for 6 sec. to unlock.

- Indicates controller is in manual feed mode (will resume after 10 min.)

PURPLE

WHITE - Indicates controller is in manual ON (Daylight setting) mode. Press

Key for 3 seconds, LED light will turn ON to Daylight setting. Press a

again for 3 seconds to resume app settings (Bluetooth.)

CONTROLLER

KEY RING

2. Connect REEF LED light to Mini Bluetooth controller by gently

pushing LED cable into top 3-pin connector and tightening.

3. Place temperature sensor into sump or aquarium and attach

using suction cup.

4. Connect Temperature sensor to Temperature USB port located on

the bottom of controller.

1. Connect included Extension Cable to REEF LED Light.

5. Slide Mini Bluetooth controller into controller mount.

CLEAN UP

Use cable wraps to organize excess cords, clean and maintain light every 30 days.

Regularly examine light fixture and components. Remove from service

if any salt creep, water or damage is found.

Do not lay objects on top of light, controller or power supply. Do not

stack power supplies.

Unplug lighting system from the GFCI power outlet when cleaning to

prevent any electrical shock hazards.

Regulary clean fan and heat sink fins using a can of compressed air.

Wipe system with damp cloth. DO NOT use ammonia based cleaners.

ALWAYS ensure power supply is plugged into a GFCI outlet using a drip loop.

This light is not water proof. Do not submerse or mount close to water.

INST4411 4.21.21

QUICK START

MOBILE DEVICE CONNECTION

1. Download the latest version of LOOP app:

2. From your phone's Settings screen, search for Bluetooth and make sure it is turned on by

moving the slider button to the right (please do not try to connect LOOP through this setting*.)

4. Press Add Device. 5. Select LOOP

7. Rename system

3. Open the LOOP App.

6. Select LOOP 8. Back to HOME

IMPORTANT! The LOOP APP does NOT

require a PIN code for Bluetooth connection.

Please use the connecting instructions below.

www.current-usa.com/app

The *LOOP app does NOT require a PIN code or use the built-in Bluetooth pairing in your

mobile device - the app itself will connect with your device using its own software.

For connection tips and troubleshooting, go to

www.current-usa.com/app

QUICK START

The Home screen provides an overview of your aquarium system, including daily light cycle, weather, water

temperature, wireless connection status, on-demand effects and access to programming features.

< Menu

Tap to return to system

selection screen and log out

Displays current

Weather Forecast

Wireless connection status

Sunrise ON Time

Moonlight Duration

RESUME

Tap to exit any on-demand

mode and return system to

timer mode.

Tap to enter System Settings

Sunset (Begin OFF) Time

Temperature

Green - within range

Red - outside range

Program

Tap to access lighting

& pump programming

ON-DEMAND Modes

Key On-Demand Mode Duration**

Custom Color 24/7

Feed Mode 10 min.

Clean Mode 10 min.

Fading Moonlight 30 min.

Moonlight 30 min.

Rolling Clouds 30 min.

Random Clouds 30 min.

Lightning Storm 30 min.

Full Storm 30 min.

Approaching Storm 30 min.

Moon Rays 30 min.

Sun Rays 30 min.

Partly Cloudy 30 min.

** Tap Resume to exit any mode

and return system to 24hr. Timer Mode

Blue indicates active Bluetooth connection

Programming LED Lights

The LOOP Marine controller features a pre-programmed 24-hour lighting cycle to mimic nature.

QUICK START

Programming LED Lights

To access lighting and pump programming, tap PROGRAM

To program LED lights, tap

LIGHTS

Default Light Settings (Pre-programmed)

Sunrise ON Time: 7:00 am

Sunrise Color Spectrum: B 50%, W 25%, R 45%, G 10%

Daylight Color Spectrum: B 90%, W 75%, R 85%, G 30%

Sunset OFF Time: 5:00 pm

Sunset Color Spectrum: B 75%, W 25%, R 65%, G 0%

Moonlight Duration: 2 Hours

Moonlight Color Spectrum: B 10%, W 0%, R 5%, G 0%

Weather Forecast: OFF

Custom Color Spectrum: B 50%, W 50%, R 50%, G 50%

1Use toggle to manually turn lights

On / Off.

2Tap Sunrise.

3Use scroll to select Sunrise ON time.

4Use sliders to adjust color spectrum.

5Tap to go back, or

select another program at bottom.

To program Sunrise:

6Tap Daylight.

7Use sliders to adjust color spectrum,

or select a base color at bottom.

8Tap to go back, or

select another program at bottom.

Tap Sunset. 10 Use scroll to select Sunset OFF time.

11 Use sliders to adjust color spectrum.

12 Tap to go back, or

select another program at bottom.

To program Sunset:

To program Daylight:

Color Spectrum Tips:

Daylight

For healthy coral growth and

color, keep Blue high (90%+),

White a bit lower (75%+)

Sunrise/Sunset

To enhance colors in fish & coral,

turn White low (<20%), Blue at

50-75%) and Red higher (65%+)

Moonlight

Turn White, Red, Green off (0%)

and keep Blue low (10%).

Base colors automatically adjust each

color level to match spectrum, allowing

you to “fine tune” the color using sliders

QUICK START

Programming LED Lights

13 Tap Moonlight

15 Use sliders to adjust color spectrum.

17 Tap to go back, or

select another program at bottom.

Tap Custom Color.

3 Tap to go back to

light programming screen.

14 Use scroll to select Moonlight duration.

2 Use sliders to adjust color spectrum.

16 You can also choose an active

moonlight program featuring audio.

To program Moonlight:

To program Custom Color: 3 You can also choose an optional

base color, then adjust spectrum.

1Tap Weather Forecast.

3Use scroll to select weather mode. 4Use right scroll to select % mode

to run during Daylight mode.

To program Weather:

2Use toggle to manually turn weather

On / Off.

Tap to go back, or

select another program at bottom.

Once programming is complete, be sure to return to the Home screen and

press the RESUME TIMER to begin running your lighting program.

QUICK START

Programming Wave Pumps

1Tap Pumps at top of programming screen. 2Use toggle to manually turn all Wave

Pump On / Off.

To program Wave Pumps:

3Tap Mode keys to select flow mode.

7Tap to go back, or

select another pump at bottom.

2 Use toggle to turn pump On / Off.

4Use slider to adjust Flow Rate.

To program Wave Pump 1:

Tap Wave Pump 1.

Wave Surge Stream

5Use slider to adjust Frequency (Wave

and Surge Mode only)

6Use toggle to turn Night Mode On / Off.

Note: Night mode is synced to Moonlight

period and reduces flow 30%. After

moonlight period ends, pump ramps back

to normal flow settings.

4Tap Mode keys to select flow mode. 8Tap to go back, or

select another pump at bottom.

2 Use toggle to turn pump On / Off.

5Use slider to adjust Flow Rate.

To program Wave Pump 2:

Tap Wave Pump 2.

6Use slider to adjust Frequency (Wave

and Surge Mode only)

7Use toggle to turn Night Mode On / Off.

Note: Night mode is synced to Moonlight

period and reduces flow 30%. After

moonlight period ends, pump ramps back

to normal flow settings.

3Use toggle to select Primary or

Secondary Mode (Secondary Mode

syncs with Wave Pump 1 and runs in

tandem in the opposite flow).

5Tap to go back, or

select another pump at bottom.

2 Use toggle to turn pump On / Off.

Use slider to adjust Flow Rate.

To program Wave Pump 3:

Tap Wave Pump 3.

4Use toggle to turn Night Mode On / Off.

Wave / Pulse Mode

This mode simulates a thriving reef environment. Wave

pumps change speed frequently, simulating waves

or surging water currents. Great for mixed reef aquariums.

Stream Mode

This is the default flow mode, pumps create a steady stream

of water flow.

Night Mode

Turning on Night Mode will reduce water flow in wave

pumps by 30% during the moonlight setting. (Note:

Not recommended when regular flow setting is <50%).

Wave & Flow Pump Tips:

Feed Mode

Temporarily shuts wave pumps off and reduces flow pump

flow for 10 minutes, allowing fish and corals to feed. Pumps

ramp then ramp up to normal speed.

(Note: if using a sump protein skimmer which is water level

dependent, we recommend turning this mode OFF to

ensure your skimmer does not overflow.)

QUICK START

Programming Flow Pumps

5Tap to go back, or

select another pump at bottom.

2 Use toggle to turn pump On / Off.

Use slider to adjust Flow Rate.

To program Flow Pump 1 or 2:

Tap Flow Pump 1 or Flow Pump 2.

4Use toggle to turn Night Mode On / Off.

Use toggle to turn all flow pumps On / Off.

LOOP Controller

DC Pump

Note: Follow LOOP controller instructions to

ensure DC Flow pumps are properly connected

and manifold connection Hubs are compatible.

Temperature is currently set up as a visual

indication only. When temperature is within

your safe settings, it will be displayed in

Green on the Home screen. When out of

range, it will be displayed in Red.

Wave

4Go to lighting and pump programs,

factory resets will take effect.

2 Tap Settings Reset

To reset app settings to factory default:

Tap Settings icon.

3Tap OK to erase all previous settings

and return to app factory defaults.

4Tap Minimum Temperature (down arrow)

and select the lowest temperature your

aquarium water should safely reach.

2 Tap Temperature.

Tap Settings icon.

3Use toggle to select degrees F or C.

5Tap Maximum Temperature (down arrow)

and select the highest temperature your

aquarium water should safely reach.

Tap to go back, or

select another pump at bottom.

To setup Temperature:

Additional Info:

Indicates what version App

your device is running

Link to Current USA

Help Center Link

Temperature & Settings Reset

GFCI Outlet

Drip Loop

P1P3 P2

Drip

Loop

SAFETY WARNINGS / DISCLAIMERS

This product MUST be purchased from an authorized Current-USA

reseller. Visit our website for a list of unauthorized resellers.

Current USA, Inc. warrants this product against defects in

materials and worksmanship for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of

original retail purchase and is none transferable.

This product MUST be powered by a UL or ETL listed power supply.

To avoid possible electric shock, power supply MUST be plugged

into a GFCI wall outlet installed by a certified electrician in

accordance with all local codes. All products must have a drip loop.

WARRANTY

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